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Houston to confirm ‘no intention’ to annex Woodlands under $50 million agreement
The Woodlands Township would pay the city of Houston $50 million over the next three years to forestall the prospect of annexation.
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Meta agrees to settle social media addiction case for up to $16.8B
Meta has agreed to pay nearly $17 billion and add child-safety measures to its Facebook and Instagram platforms to end a landmark trial that's been playing out in Oakland over teen social media addiction and settle claims filed by 47 states, court records show....
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Meta to pay Texas $1 billion in child safety case
In 2024, the tech giant agreed to pay Texas $1.4 billion to settle a lawsuit that accused the company of using personal biometric data without users’ authorization....
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President Trump to visit Houston to award Artemis II crew Congressional Space Medal of Honor
President Donald J. Trump will be traveling to Houston to present the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the historic Artemis II crew.
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Ross Fire in Texas grows to 80,000 acres as winds shift
Crews are working around the clock to control a rapidly growing wildfire burning out of control in Palo Pinto and Jack counties, west of Fort Worth.
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CDC says Cyclosporiasis cases now top 17,000
Health officials have reported additional cases of Cyclosporiasis as the outbreak continues to rise, leaving hundreds hospitalized across the country.
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Meta to pay Texas over $1 Billion, agree to new protections for children online
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced a settlement with Meta Platforms, Inc. that he says will provide more than $1 billion to the state while requiring the company to implement new safeguards aimed at protecting children on its platforms. According to the Texas Attorney Ge...
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Third Ward neighbors frustrated with city leaders, police over nightlife chaos
A Houston neighborhood says nonstop weekend partying is turning their streets into a nightmare and contacted city leaders who they say have been inconsistent on enforcement....
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Yordan Alvarez hits go-ahead triple in 8th inning as Astros outlast Yankees 9-7
Yordan Alvarez went 3 for 5 and lined a go-ahead triple in the eighth inning off Brent Headrick as the Houston Astros beat the New York Yankees 9-7 on Tuesday night. Yainer Diaz hit a pair of solo homers, including a tying shot to the short porch in right field off Headrick’s fas...
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Empire State Building shimmers in pink in tribute to Dolly Parton
The Big Apple honored country music star Dolly Parton Tuesday night in a sparkling display.
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Free heart screenings available Sunday for teen athletes in Missouri City
KPRC 2, the Cody Stephens Foundation and Missouri City Fire & Rescue are teaming up to provide free heart screenings for teen athletes this weekend. The community heart screening is open to all athletes ages 11 to 25, regardless of their school, sport, or level of play. The event...
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Federal judge strikes down Texas law restricting drag performances
The ruling comes after an appeals court set aside the judge's earlier decision, allowing the 2023 law to take effect in March while the legal challenge continued....
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Big Bend border construction pause will last at least through August, CBP says
Opponents have continued to advocate against border construction of any kind in the area, especially within the national park, a long-protected swath of pristine desert landscape....
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After dogs shot dead in California, activists push for oversight at rescue shelters
An attorney said that 138 carcasses have been exhumed from Miranda's Rescue in Humboldt County. The Sheriff's Office estimates roughly 725 dogs are missing, a tally reflecting data from 2025 to 2026 alone....
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City of Katy asks residents to voluntarily conserve water amid triple-digit heat
Nearly a week of triple-digit temperatures is putting additional pressure on water demand in Katy, prompting city officials to activate the first stage of the city’s drought contingency plan. The City of Katy says Stage One is a mild, awareness-level stage focused on voluntary co...
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Houston’s 100-Degree Heat Streak Could Be Over as Storms Set Their Sights on Thursday
After a 6th straight day of 100+ degree heat, we’ll slowly start to see some changes in our forecast. However, Wednesday will still be very hot. Combined with Houston’s humidity, afternoon heat index values will climb to between 108° and 112°. The current Heat Advisory runs throu...
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Houston Dynamo FC announce Club Legend Brian Ching as inductee into Ring of Honor
Houston Dynamo FC have named Club legend and three-time MLS Cup champion Brian Ching as the inaugural inductee to the Houston Dynamo Ring of Honor, which will recognize former Dynamo players, staff and executives that have made a significant impact on the Club and the city of Hou...
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‘How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days’ sequel in the works at Paramount, with Kate Hudson producing
Fans of the early-2000s romantic comedy “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days” may be getting another chance to see the story continue. A sequel to the 2003 movie is in development at Paramount, with original star Kate Hudson attached to produce the project, according to Variety. The ori...
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2 Newsletter: Houston remembers life and legacy of Country music icon, Dolly Parton
Hello, Houston.☀️ I hope you’re having a great morning. If you’ve been on social media or watching TV, you’ve heard by now that Dolly Parton, the queen of country music, has died at the age of 80 years old. Dolly, who is known for being much more than just a country artist, will ...
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The week in politics (Aug. 26, 2026)
On Wednesday's show: We discuss the latest developments in politics in our weekly roundup. And We learn how the concept of cohousing works by visiting a new, a first-of-its kind in Houston housing concept in the East End....
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Houston police chief’s absence draws questions during heated ICE discussion at City Hall
Questions over how Houston police interact with federal immigration authorities spilled into a heated discussion at City Hall Tuesday, after Police Chief J. Noe Diaz did not appear for a committee meeting where council members expected him to answer questions. HPD instead sent Di...
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Driver killed after crashing into USPS truck on west Sam Houston Parkway
A driver was killed after crashing into the back of a USPS truck late Tuesday night in northwest Houston, according to the Harris County Precinct 5 Constable’s Office. The crash happened around 10:10 p.m. Aug. 25 near 10001 West Sam Houston Parkway North, in front of Grace Church...
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Houston Black-owned businesses show growth, capital, contract gaps persist
Houston may like to describe itself as a city where professionals with a great idea and hustle can make it. For Black entrepreneurs, the data suggest that the promise is only partially being kept. The number of Black-owned firms in the region keeps climbing, but revenue and acces...
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2641: Ghosts of Niagara
Episode: 2641 Niagara Falls and the development of hydroelectric power. Today, ghosts of Niagara.
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Stephen A. Smith’s problem isn’t his opinions. It’s accountability
This article was originally written by Joseph Williams for Word In Black. As a sports journalist-turned-media personality with political ambitions, Stephen A. Smith has never met a room he couldn’t fill with the sound of his own voice. So when the National Association of Black Jo...
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Defense leads the way as Westfield chases a deeper playoff run
After experiencing two consecutive first-round playoff eliminations, Westfield has set higher hopes. For the 2026 season, Westfield intends not only to qualify for the postseason but also to progress beyond it. While the offense continues to develop, Westfield believes one of the...
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Study: Black voters feel frustration, wary of political action
As the next election cycle intensifies, political organizers seeking to mobilize Black voters will have to confront a difficult divide. There is a growing concern that federal policies have not consistently translated into action, particularly among younger voters who distrust in...
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Edgewood Park upgrades offer South Park overdue investment
For South Park residents, the new Edgewood Park Community Center represents far more than a new building. It signals a long-awaited investment in a neighborhood gathering place where children can play, seniors can connect, families can celebrate milestones, and residents can stre...
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Houston crime: Police release sketch of suspect following aggravated robbery in Houston's Third Ward
Houston police are asking for help identifying a man accused of shooting and striking a woman with a firearm while robbing her outside a home in the Third Ward area....
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Dallas estimates $1.8M security cost for the upcoming Republican National Convention
Dallas officials estimate police security for the upcoming Republican National Convention could cost $1.8 million as the city explores reimbursement options....
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‘She opened doors in my life’: Houston-raised singer remembers Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton is being remembered not only for the songs that made her a country music icon, but also for the lives she touched along the way. For Houston area-raised country singer Mary Sarah, that impact began when she was just a teenager. “I had the honor of meeting Miss Dolly ...
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Why a North Georgia town meant so much to Dolly Parton
North Georgia fans and locals gathered in Ringgold to lay flowers at a mural for country music icon Dolly Parton.
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Houston rancher sees sales triple after President Trump's beef import announcement
Texas ranchers are pushing back against a new White House plan aimed at lowering beef prices.
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31-year-old career criminal granted bond for violent crime even though she's wanted in 3 states
Veronica Kiana Jones, who has six felony convictions and was wanted on bond forfeiture warrants, was granted a $50,000 bond in Harris County on an aggravated assault with a deadly weapon charge....
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Angleton High School teacher charged following allegations of inappropriate relationships with students
An Angleton High School teacher has been charged following allegations of inappropriate relationships with students, according to officials.
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Laredo Crime Stoppers Most Wanted suspect arrested at International Bridge
Federal officers have arrested one of Laredo’s most wanted fugitives after catching him at a border crossing for a 2021 shooting that left one dead and five injured....
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Federal judge rules Texas drag show ban unconstitutional
A federal judge has declared a law passed in 2023 by the Texas Legislature which restricted some public drag shows unconstitutional for the second time. U.S. District Judge David Hittner reaffirmed a previous ruling which declared Senate Bill 12 unconstitutional on Tuesday. This ...
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Man in creepy mask arrested in Las Vegas after alleged Philly City Hall threats
The man wanted by Philadelphia Police for allegedly terrorizing citizens near City Hall has been arrested in Las Vegas, Nevada,
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Texas mourns Dolly Parton: George W. Bush and state leaders react to music legend's passing
From former President George W. Bush to state leaders, Texas officials from both sides of the aisle are paying tribute to country music icon and philanthropist Dolly Parton following her death at age 80....
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Dolly Parton, music icon, dies at 80 following 'brief battle with cancer'
Dolly Parton, a country music icon, has died at 80 after health struggles. The legend leaves behind a towering legacy.
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Judge in Minnesota extradition case ‘not inclined’ to keep ICE officer jailed in Texas
In a court brief filed Monday, lawyers for Abbott argued that Castro’s freedom would have “no effect on the Governor’s ability to issue a warrant to extradite.”...
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Thyroid tablets recalled because they may be ‘superpotent’
A thyroid medicine was recently recalled over fears that it could be superpotent and end up triggering other side effects.
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From RodeoHouston to the silver screen: How Dolly Parton touched Texas
Dolly Parton, the beloved country music icon whose voice and spirit spanned generations, died Tuesday at 80 years old. The Associated Press reported Parton, known for timeless hits like “Jolene” and “9 to 5,” died peacefully in Nashville, Tennessee. Just last Friday, she told Peo...
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Pearland city council member asks Brazoria County to publicly display pesticides used in mosquito spraying
A Pearland City Council member is requesting Brazoria County officials to be more transparent about the pesticides used during mosquito control operations, following a 2 Helps You report about the deaths of millions of bees in the county this summer. Layni Cade traveled to the Br...
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Houston weather: More triple digit heat on the way for Wednesday
Highs reach the upper 90s to low 100s through Wednesday with heat index values climbing above 105°. A Heat Advisory remains in effect Tuesday and has been extended through 7 p.m. Wednesday....
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Montrose restaurant owner loses thousands to tap-to-pay fraud. Here’s how to protect yourself
A little beep at the register is the sound of business. But for one Montrose restaurant owner, it’s also come with a costly question mark. Leighton Dickson, owner of Leighton’s — House of Lamb and Ramen, says the convenience of tap-to-pay is turning into a serious problem. Since ...
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‘A beautiful soul’: Former KPRC 2 News Director shares chance encounter following Dolly Parton’s passing
As the nation and the world mourn the passing of beloved country music legend Dolly Parton, one member of the KPRC 2 family is sharing about a deeply special chance encounter she had with the icon 50 years ago that is still talked about in her family today. “How could you not lov...
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Calls for resignation, cries for due process — La Marque mayor returns to city hall after arrest
It was Mayor Keith Bell’s first city council meeting since being charged with misdemeanor indecent exposure — and that arrest was hanging over him the entire night. The chambers were packed. Not an empty seat in the room. And it didn’t take long for the discussion to turn heated ...
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Who leads 2026 Texas Senate race? Paxton vs. Talarico poll tracker
Polls have shown the hotly contested U.S. Senate race in Texas is in a dead heat.
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Former Katy officer faces charges after allegedly using Flock cameras to track ex-wife
Sergio Rodriguez was charged with two third-degree felonies including allegedly stalking and misusing official information using Flock license plate readers to track his ex-wife for over six months....
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Texas governor’s race: Abbott widens lead over Hinojosa in new poll
A new poll has found that while the Texas governor’s race is much tighter than similar races in the past, the gap between the candidates has widened.
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Texas appeals court denies bid to block Galveston County’s new voting map
A Texas appeals court denied a request to block Galveston County from using voting maps drawn after the March primary elections for its November elections....
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Montrose restaurant owner loses thousands to tap-to-pay fraud as local BBB warns small businesses
Owner Leighton Dickson estimates losing $5,000 to $6,000 across 30 to 40 chargebacks since opening on Mother's Day, a growing trend verified by Leah Napoliello of the Better Business Bureau of Greater Houston....
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Washington Post ordered to reinstate columnist fired over Charlie Kirk post
An arbitrator ordered The Washington Post to reinstate an opinion writer terminated over social media posts following the death of Charlie Kirk.
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Family raises concerns over air conditioning issues at Houston ISD’s Oates Elementary
A concerned relative of students at Oates Elementary School is raising concerns about ongoing air conditioning issues at the Houston ISD campus as temperatures remain high across the Houston area....
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Fort Bend Democratic commissioners return as Wong recuses himself from economic zone vote
Fort Bend County has been embroiled in political and legal turmoil since former county judge KP George was convicted of federal money laundering in June. The turmoil has centered, in part, on whether Daniel Wong has the authority to remain in office after he was appointed by a vi...
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Texas drag show ban again ruled unconstitutional by federal judge
Texas’ so-called drag-show ban law has been struck down by the courts again.
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Former Katy police officer charged with stalking, misuse of official information involving Flock camera
A former Katy Police Department officer has been charged after an investigation determined he misused the Flock system, officials said.
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Dolly Parton to be laid to rest beside late husband Carl Dean in Nashville: Report
Dolly Parton’s final resting place will reportedly be next to her late husband, Carl Dean, in Nashville. Details about her private farewell and her final days have now emerged....
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Texas tightens requirements for Mexican cattle as New World screwworm spreads
Texas is tightening import rules on Mexican-origin cattle to protect state livestock from a dangerous, flesh-eating parasite.
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